1980 Audi 200 vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 1958 Austin A135 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 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1958 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 200 | A135 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
