1990 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
