1971 Audi Variant vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi Variant weights approximately 254 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi Variant, 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, 1971 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi Variant | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Variant | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |