2009 Audi TT vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | TT | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |