1966 Audi Variant vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 15 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1981 Toyota Corona. 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Audi Variant | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Variant | Corona |
Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |