1972 Audi Variant vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Audi Variant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
