1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | TT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
