2003 Audi A4 vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 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, 2003 Audi A4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
