1984 Audi 90 vs. 1952 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 90 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
