1990 Audi 100 vs. 1949 Austin A 40
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1949 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
