2009 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
