2000 Audi TT vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1968 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT. 1968 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2000 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi TT | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
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 | 170 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |