1989 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Austin 7
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1989 Audi 100 | 1959 Austin 7 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 100 | 7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |