2006 Audi TT vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
