2005 Audi A2 vs. 1956 Austin A 90
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Audi A2.
Because 1956 Austin A 90 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 1956 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2, 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1956 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A2 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
