2009 Audi TT vs. 1956 Austin Princess
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 814 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1956 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | Princess |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3360 mm |
