1980 Audi 80 vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corona (70 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, 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, 1966 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
