2006 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Austin A 99
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 A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1960 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A4 | A 99 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |