1966 Audi Variant vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Audi Variant | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Variant | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
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 | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |