2008 Audi TT vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 810 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |
