2009 Audi A3 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
