2007 Audi TT vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 358 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. 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 1956 Ford Zodiac. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
