2005 Audi S4 vs. 1951 Austin A
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1951 Austin A | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 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 | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
