2007 Audi TT vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 633 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | TT | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 22 L |
