2010 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 418 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Tacoma | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Tacoma | Fox |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
