1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 22 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 716 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 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Quattro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2140 mm |
