2009 Audi A4 vs. 1951 Austin A 70
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1951 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
