1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Audi TT.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2003 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | A 109 | TT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
