2009 Audi TT vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
