2005 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
