1999 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
