2000 Audi A4 vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A4 | A 99 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
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 | 150 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |