1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 70 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
