2009 Audi A4 vs. 1948 Austin A 90
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1948 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
