1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1971 Audi Variant
To start off, 1971 Audi Variant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi Variant weights approximately 284 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1971 Audi Variant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GTA | Variant |
Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |