1971 Audi Variant vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi Variant weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
