2009 Audi TT vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 46 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | TT | SP |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
