1993 Audi V8 vs. 1950 Austin A 90
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 43 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | V8 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
