2007 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1974 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 A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
