1999 Audi TT vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | TT | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
