1966 Audi Variant vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
