2006 Audi TT vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
