1975 Audi 50 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 467 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 50 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 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 | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
