1999 Audi TT vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 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 99 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. 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 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
