1980 Audi Sport vs. 1961 Austin A 55
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 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 249 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1961 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Sport | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
