2000 Audi RS4 vs. 1952 Austin A 70
To start off, 2000 Audi RS4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi RS4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi RS4 | 1952 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | RS4 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
