2006 Audi TT vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 500 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |