2000 Audi TT vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 476 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
