2006 Audi A4 vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, 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, 2006 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
