The A1 is now a much better long range weapon than close range. Good for short taps, but the reduced RoF makes it near useless in close range compared to an AK or A4. You might want to try rolling an A1 in long range places and an AUG in closer range, because of the rate of fire difference.
I've heard the update described as balancing the M4's by ruining both of them, but i don't quite agree with that. Time will tell I guess.