2009 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Austin 1300
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1967 Austin 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
