2009 Audi A4 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
