1959 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1959 Austin 7 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | 7 | A4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |