1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 161 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Giulia | TT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
