2009 Audi TT vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
