1990 Audi 80 vs. 1950 Austin A 90
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 90 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 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 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
