2005 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 785 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
