1998 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 819 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |