2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1951 Austin A
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 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 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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 1951 Austin A. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1951 Austin A | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q5 | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
