1999 Toyota Picnic vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Picnic (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Picnic | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Picnic | A1 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2469 mm |