2004 Audi A4 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
