2008 Audi A3 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
Model | A3 | Tickford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |