1946 Austin 16 vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1972 Audi 80 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1972 Audi 80.
Because 1946 Austin 16 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 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80, 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | 16 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
