1969 Audi Variant vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Variant | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
