2005 Audi TT vs. 1962 Austin Princess
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 1962 Austin Princess 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 1962 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1962 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | Princess |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
