1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 40 | A4 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2808 mm |