2006 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 26 L |
