2006 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter 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 40 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
