2007 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
