1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 60 | A5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |