1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 823 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 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 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 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 40 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1953 | 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 | 41 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |