1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 42 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2992 mm |
