1971 Audi 100 vs. 1964 Austin A 110
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 554 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 1964 Austin A 110 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 1964 Austin A 110. 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1964 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
