1967 Audi Variant vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 30 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 385 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Variant | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
