2009 Audi S3 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 2009 Audi S3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 845 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 S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S3 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S3 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
