1966 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 39 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 988 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | Variant | Defender |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
