1970 Audi Variant vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1970 Audi Variant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Variant | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
