2007 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 129 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
