1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Berlina | TT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
