2009 Audi RS4 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2009 Audi RS4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS4 weights approximately 1040 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 RS4 (430 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2009 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | RS4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 26 L |
