2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1959 Austin A 90
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. 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 1959 Austin A 90. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1959 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Q5 | A 90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |