2007 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
