2004 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
