1999 Audi A4 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 369 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1969 Toyota Century 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 1969 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
