1966 Audi Variant vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 9 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 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 1975 Fiat 130. 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Variant | 130 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
