1985 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Austin A 40
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Austin A 40 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 1962 Austin A 40. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1962 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2220 mm |
