1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 619 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 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 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
Model | 100 | TT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 60 L |