2005 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
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 Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |