2006 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
