1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 40 | TT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |