1980 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 55 (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
