1997 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Sport 800 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 1970 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6, 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, 1997 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (68 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 1970 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |