1999 Audi TT vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 72 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
