1967 Audi Variant vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1969 Opel Rekord 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. 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 Opel Rekord (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Variant | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
