1998 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
