1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | 3-Litre | TT |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |