1981 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. 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) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
