2007 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Austin 1800
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1972 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1972 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
