2009 Audi TT vs. 1954 Austin A 135
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1954 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
