1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1960 Austin A 90
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 22 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe 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 450 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Because 1960 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 1960 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 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 | 1960 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Coupe | A 90 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
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 | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |