1977 Audi 100 vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
