2009 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |