1972 Audi Variant vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
