1995 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1995 Audi A4.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 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 1959 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4, 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
