1975 Audi 50 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1976 Toyota Corona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 465 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.

Because 1976 Toyota Corona 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Audi 50 1976 Toyota Corona
Make Audi Toyota
Model 50 Corona
Year Released 1975 1976
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1091 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 685 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1630 mm


 

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