1971 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 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 45 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
