1981 Audi 80 vs. 1946 Austin 16
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1946 Austin 16 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 80 | 16 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |