2002 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
