2009 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |