2009 Audi A3 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A3 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
