1967 Audi Variant vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 14 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 4 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Variant | Santana |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |