2006 Audi TT vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 698 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
