2001 Audi A2 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
