1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1962 Austin A 40
To start off, 1994 Audi Coupe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi Coupe weights approximately 370 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Austin A 40 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 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe, 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, 1994 Audi Coupe (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1962 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2220 mm |
