1996 Audi A4 vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
