1980 Audi 80 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 500 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 80 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
