1981 Audi UR vs. 1960 Austin A 90
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1960 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | UR | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
