1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1956 Austin A 40
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe, 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1956 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
