2009 Audi TT vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 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 250 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 245 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | TT | P 50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |