2009 Audi A4 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
