2007 Audi A3 vs. 1950 Austin A 90
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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. 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 90. 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 @ 8200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
