2007 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor 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 211 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. 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 1956 Morris Minor. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
