1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125. 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 1971 Fiat 125. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 125 | TT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
