1950 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A135 | TT |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
