1997 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
