2004 Audi A4 vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
