1989 Audi 100 vs. 1945 Austin 16
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 1945 Austin 16 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 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1945 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
