1998 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Austin A 40
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1967 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
