1975 Audi 50 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 475 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 50 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
