1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1952 Austin A 70
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1952 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
