2006 Audi TT vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 795 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | TT | P 50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |
