1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1950 Austin A 90
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 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 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
