2009 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Austin A 99
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 A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 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 | 1960 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A4 | A 99 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |