2009 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
