2000 Audi A6 vs. 1954 Austin A 40
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1954 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| 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 | 1395 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
