1986 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Austin A 40
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1966 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
