1981 Audi UR vs. 1954 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 305 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 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 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | UR | 100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
