2004 Audi A2 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A2 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
