1971 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 5 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 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
