2004 Audi A6 vs. 1951 Austin A 110
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 1951 Austin A 110 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 1951 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1951 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
