2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1950 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 Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q5 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
