2006 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |