1975 Audi 50 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 240 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 50 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
