2005 Audi A6 vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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 A6 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
