1959 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 795 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 1959 Austin Princess 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 1959 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2005 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1959 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2005 Audi TT | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Princess | TT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2470 mm |