1966 Audi Variant vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 22 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 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 18 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Variant | 19 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
