1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 455 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Lancia 037 | TT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
