1975 Audi 50 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Publica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 50 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
