1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | TT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
