1999 Audi A6 vs. 1953 Austin A 30
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 30 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 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6, 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, 1999 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1953 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
