2009 Audi A5 vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
