1999 Audi TT vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | TT | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
