2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
