1970 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 437 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Capri | TT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
