1979 Mazda 616 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 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi TT (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | 616 | TT |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2469 mm |