1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. 2011 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Barchetta | TT |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2469 mm |