1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 458 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | TT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
