2009 Audi A3 vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A3 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
