1982 Audi 80 vs. 1965 Austin A 40
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 40 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 1965 Austin A 40. 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, 1982 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1965 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
