1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1976 Audi Fox

To start off, 1976 Audi Fox is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 258 kg more than 1976 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox, 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 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi Fox.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Commodore 1976 Audi Fox
Make Opel Audi
Model Commodore Fox
Year Released 1967 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2488 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 912 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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