2001 Audi TT vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 142 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TT | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
