2005 Audi TT vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 845 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 26 L |
