1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1954 Austin A 70
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe, 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 Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1954 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
