2006 Audi TT vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 505. 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 1981 Peugeot 505. 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 (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | TT | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
