1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2002 Audi TT.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2002 Audi TT | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 70 | TT |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |