1967 Audi Variant vs. 1954 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 125 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1954 Austin-Healey 100 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 1954 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Variant | 100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
