2009 Audi A3 vs. 1948 Austin A 110
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 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 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 1948 Austin A 110 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A3 | A 110 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |