1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Audi TT.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Impala | TT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
