1999 Audi TT vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 665 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Innocenti A 40. 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | TT | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |
