2004 Audi S4 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 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 289 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
