2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,172 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3172 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
