1979 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
