1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 367 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfetta | TT |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |