1949 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5, 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, 2012 Audi A5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | 16 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
