1979 Audi 100 vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
