1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1973 Audi Fox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi Fox weights approximately 212 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | Fox |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
