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 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 148 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 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 | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1830 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 |