2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1967 Austin 1300

To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 852 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.

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2006 Audi RS4 1967 Austin 1300
Make Audi Austin
Model RS4 1300
Year Released 2006 1967
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4162 cc 1275 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 414 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 70.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 81.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 8.8:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 140 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 858 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 36 L