1981 Audi UR vs. 1959 Austin A 40
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 163 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 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 1959 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1959 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | UR | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| 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 | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
