2009 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1979 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 A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
