2007 Audi A3 vs. 1960 Austin A 99
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 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 141 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. 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 1960 Austin A 99. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1960 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
