1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 325 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Zephyr. 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 (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Zephyr | TT |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |