2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1958 Austin A 40
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Allroad (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 1958 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Allroad | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
