2007 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1977 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
