2005 Audi A2 vs. 1964 Austin A 110
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 110. 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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1964 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A2 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
