2009 Audi TT vs. 1996 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Barchetta 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 121 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1996 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | TT | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
