1980 Audi UR vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 202 kg more than 1980 Audi UR.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | UR | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
