2006 Audi TT vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 495 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
