1966 Audi Variant vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 41 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), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 400 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Variant | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
