1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 40 | TT |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |