1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1957 Austin A 40
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 131 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 246 kg more than 1957 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 1957 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1957 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Quattro | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
