1975 Audi 80 vs. 1953 Austin A 70
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1953 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
