1989 Audi 100 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. 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 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
