1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |
