2009 Audi TT vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
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 Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
Model | TT | Tickford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |