1981 Audi UR vs. 1949 Austin A 40
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 280 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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 UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1949 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | UR | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
