1945 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | 16 | A5 |
Year Released | 1945 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |