2009 Audi TT vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 869 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Century. 1978 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1978 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
