2007 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
