1970 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 565 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corona | TT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2469 mm |
