2001 Audi A2 vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Carina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A2 | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |