1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2809 mm |
