2005 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
