1986 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 13 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 355 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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
