2006 Audi TT vs. 1953 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 564 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin-Healey 100 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 1953 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TT | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
