2006 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
