1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1973 Audi 80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1973 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 90 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
