1975 Audi 50 vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 317 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 50 | Carina |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |