1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 90 | TT |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2469 mm |
