1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 260 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. 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 Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 26 L |
