2008 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 26 L |
