1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 40 | A4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |