2006 Audi A6 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |
