1971 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Austin A 90
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi 100 | 1959 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 100 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |