2006 Audi TT vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 475 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. 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 1957 Ford Consul. 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Consul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
