1986 Audi 80 vs. 1949 Austin A 110
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1949 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
