2006 Audi TT vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 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 (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Riley 4 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 1960 Riley 4. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | TT | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |