2005 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |