1980 Audi Sport vs. 1951 Austin A
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 315 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1951 Austin A | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Sport | A |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
