1982 Audi 80 vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
Because 1962 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
