2009 Audi A4 vs. 1953 Austin A 90
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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 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 1953 Austin A 90. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 1953 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A4 | A 90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |