2009 Audi TT vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 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 176 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 220 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
