2009 Audi TT vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda 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 203 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | TT | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
