1999 Audi TT vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 110 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 649 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
