2002 Audi TT vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi TT weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi TT | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
