1982 Audi UR vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1982 Audi UR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi UR weights approximately 722 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR 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, 1982 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi UR | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | UR | Publica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
