1989 Audi 80 vs. 1949 Bristol 400
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 80, 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, 1949 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1949 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | 80 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
