1999 Audi TT vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2200 mm |
