1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 90 | A4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |