2006 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1975 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
