1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi Coupe weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
