1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
