1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 90 | A5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
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 | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |