1967 Audi Variant vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1970 Fiat 850 is newer by 3 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 850 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 1970 Fiat 850. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | Variant | 850 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |