1970 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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, 2005 Toyota Echo (143 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
