2005 Audi A4 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica 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 124 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |