1966 Audi Variant vs. 1980 Audi Quattro
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 14 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro 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 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1980 Audi Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Variant | Quattro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
