1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
