1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2003 Audi TT

To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 950 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi TT (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth Coupe 2003 Audi TT
Make Abarth Audi
Model Coupe TT
Year Released 1960 2003
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 783 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 62 L


 

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