2001 Audi TT vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 555 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
