1986 Audi 200 vs. 1965 Austin A 40
To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 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 133 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 1965 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 200 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 29 L |
