1975 Audi 50 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 815 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 50 | TT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1842 mm |
