1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Quattro | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
