1966 Audi Variant vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 28 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1994 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | Variant | 900 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
