2009 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Austin A 30
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 1956 Austin A 30. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1956 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 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 | 48 L |
