2008 Audi A3 vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. 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 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 26 L |
