1994 Audi A6 vs. 1952 Austin A
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 Audi A6.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1952 Austin A | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
