1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2010 Audi A1.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 70. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 70 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 34 L |
