2004 Audi A4 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
