1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Audi Fox
To start off, 1976 Audi Fox is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1976 Audi Fox.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox, 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, 1976 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1976 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
