2006 Audi TT vs. 1959 Austin A 40
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 40 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 1959 Austin A 40. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1959 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 26 L |
