1985 Audi 90 vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 90 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
