1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1949 Austin A 40
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 326 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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 Quattro (251 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 1949 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Quattro | A 40 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 80 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |