2000 Audi TT vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 505 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi TT (286 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
