1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 885 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 700 | TT |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |