1999 Audi TT vs. 1973 Toyota Century

To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.

Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Century. 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, 1973 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi TT 1973 Toyota Century
Make Audi Toyota
Model TT Century
Year Released 1999 1973
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 178 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2870 mm


 

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