2004 Audi A4 vs. 1951 Austin A 90
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 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, 2004 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 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 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1951 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A4 | A 90 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 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 |