1967 Audi Variant vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 80 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Variant | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |
