1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin 1800. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin 1800 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | 1800 | TT |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |