1970 Audi 100 vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, 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, 1970 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
