2004 Audi S4 vs. 1952 Austin A 30
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1952 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
