1992 Audi 100 vs. 1954 Austin A 70
To start off, 1992 Audi 100 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1954 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
