1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alpine V6. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | TT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
