2004 Audi A6 vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1950 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A135 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
