2002 Audi A4 vs. 1951 Austin A 90
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 90 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, 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, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1951 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
