1986 Audi 200 vs. 1958 Austin A 40
To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 719 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200, 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 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1958 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 200 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 26 L |
