2005 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,983 cc, 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 948 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
