1949 MG TD vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | MG | Audi |
| Model | TD | TT |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2469 mm |
