1966 Audi Variant vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 645 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
