1984 Audi 90 vs. 1956 Austin A 40
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. 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 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1956 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 90 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
