1966 Audi Variant vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
