2004 Audi TT vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 404 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi TT (320 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TT | 100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
