2008 Audi TT vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 625 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 26 L |
