1980 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 600 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 2005 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2005 Audi TT | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | TT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
