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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 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 960 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 1965 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 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 | 1779 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
