1977 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 380 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. 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 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | TT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1160 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
