1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Carina | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Carina | A4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
