1996 Audi A6 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1961 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |
