1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 203 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 680 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | TT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1184 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
