1959 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia 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 130 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Anglia 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:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Anglia | 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 |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |