2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (237 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 805 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Allroad | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
