2004 Audi A4 vs. 1953 Austin A 70
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 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. 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 1953 Austin A 70. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1953 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
