2005 Audi TT vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 375 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. 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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
