1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 95. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Quattro | A 95 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |