2009 Audi TT vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K 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 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | K |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
