2006 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
