1991 Audi 200 vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1991 Audi 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 200 (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 200 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi 200 (315 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 200 | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 200 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 26 L |
