1979 Fiat 133 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 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 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 177 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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 Fiat 133. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 133 | TT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2469 mm |
