1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1980 Audi 4000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000. 1980 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
