1976 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. Both 1976 Mazda RX-3 and 2010 Audi TT are equipped with a 1,964 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda RX-3. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-3 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-3 | TT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
