1975 Audi 80 vs. 1964 Austin A 99
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1964 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
