2006 Audi TT vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | TT | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
