2000 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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 A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
