2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
