2004 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 1959 Austin A 95. 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A4 | A 95 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |