1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 60 | TT |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
