1999 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 39 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 685 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, 1999 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 26 L |
