1984 Audi 200 vs. 1959 Austin A 90
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 200 | 1959 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 200 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |