1955 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 345 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. 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 Ford Vedette. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Vedette | TT |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2469 mm |
