2008 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
