1967 Audi Variant vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 1967 Audi Variant (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Variant | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
