2003 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 963 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
