2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Q7 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
