1996 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
