2007 Audi A3 vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A3 | A 70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |