1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 805 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Panda | TT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
