1966 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 30 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 160 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.
Because 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
