1966 Audi Variant vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 1971 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 33 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Escort 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 1971 Ford Escort. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Escort |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
