1980 Audi Sport vs. 1945 Austin 16
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1945 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Sport | 16 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
