1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 57 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A1 weights approximately 8 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 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1, 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, 2010 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 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 | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
