1966 Audi Variant vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 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, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1969 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1969 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Variant | Galant |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
