1994 Audi A8 vs. 1951 Austin A 110
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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 A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1951 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
