1963 Seat 1400 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 475 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1963 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1963 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Seat 1400 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | 1400 | TT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2469 mm |
