1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4, 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 40 | A4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |