1977 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Austin A 95
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 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 1956 Austin A 95. 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1956 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
