2009 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford
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-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A3 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
