1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1973 Audi 80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi 80 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 1973 Audi 80 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 35 | 80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |