1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 475 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Corsair | TT |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
