1975 Audi 50 vs. 1954 Austin A 70
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1954 Austin A 70 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 50 | A 70 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1954 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |