2009 Audi TT vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 423 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | TT | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
