1991 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
