1981 Audi UR vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | UR | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
