1978 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Austin A 90
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 90 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 1960 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1960 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
