2009 Audi TT vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TT | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
