2006 Audi A4 vs. 1969 Toyota Century

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.

Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century. 1969 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Audi A4 1969 Toyota Century
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Century
Year Released 2006 1969
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L