2009 Audi TT vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 464 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 Rover P4. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | TT | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
