1971 Audi Variant vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Toyota Starlet is newer by 27 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, 1998 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi Variant weights approximately 324 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
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 Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
