1967 Audi Variant vs. 1969 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 65 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1969 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Variant | Vega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
