1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 995 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi TT (285 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2001 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Alfasud | TT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
