1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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 A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 90 | A4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2809 mm |