1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GTV | TT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
