1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 295 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | TT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
