1971 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
