2002 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Austin A 40
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1959 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 26 L |
