1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda RX-4. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-4 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-4 | TT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2469 mm |
