1999 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A4 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
