1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 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 (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Austin 1800. 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 1974 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 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | 1800 | TT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
