1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin 1800 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | 1800 | A6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |