2007 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 142 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A3 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
