2006 Audi TT vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 538 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. 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 1959 Riley 4-68. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | TT | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
