1975 Audi 50 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1430 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 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 50 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 50 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1985 mm |
