1991 Audi V8 vs. 1949 Austin A 110
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1991 Audi V8.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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 V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110. 1991 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Audi V8 | 1949 Austin A 110 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | V8 | A 110 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |