2006 Audi TT vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown 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 201 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 262 kg more than 1955 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Toyota Crown 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 1955 Toyota Crown. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
