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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 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 764 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 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 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 | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1834 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 |
