1995 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 36 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 265 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, 1995 Audi A4, 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, 1995 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
