1999 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 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 60 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 601 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, 1999 Audi A4 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
