2001 Audi A2 vs. 1960 Austin A 55
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1960 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A2 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
