2006 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
