2001 Audi TT vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 128 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
