2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 Audi TT were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 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 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2003 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
