1985 Audi 100 vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A135 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
