1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1960 Austin A 55
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 1960 Austin A 55. 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 (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1960 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
