1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2002 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Dardo | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
