1999 Audi TT vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont 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 1971 Holden Belmont. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | TT | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
