1966 Audi Variant vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 724 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3246 mm |
