1958 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 640 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin Princess. 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 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1958 Austin Princess 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:
1958 Austin Princess | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Princess | TT |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2469 mm |