1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Super 90 | A 95 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |