1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taunus | TT |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |