1966 Audi Variant vs. 1967 Austin A 40
To start off, 1967 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 310 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 1966 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1967 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Variant | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |
