2000 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 40 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (320 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
