1973 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 685 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | TT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2469 mm |
