2009 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular 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 112 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1959 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Popular |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
