2001 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
