2003 Audi TT vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 24 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, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 130 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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 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 | 1180 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 |
