1999 Audi TT vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
