1990 Audi 80 vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1060 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 1958 Austin A135 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 1958 Austin A135. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 80 | 1958 Austin A135 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 80 | A135 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |