2006 Audi TT vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 494 kg more than 1968 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 1968 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
