2009 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
