2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1954 Austin A 70
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1954 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | RS6 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 56 L |
