1999 Audi A6 vs. 1964 Austin A 110
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1999 Audi A6.
Because 1964 Austin A 110 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 1964 Austin A 110. 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1964 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 162 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 | 1380 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
