1987 Audi 90 vs. 1955 Austin A 40
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 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, 1987 Audi 90 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1955 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 90 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
