2009 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. 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 1965 Toyota Publica. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 1965 Toyota Publica
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Publica
Year Released 2009 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 697 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 55 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1032 kg 580 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3530 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L