1983 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
