2000 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Austin A 90
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Austin A 90 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 1962 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4, 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1962 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
