2000 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
