1969 Audi Variant vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Because 1963 Fiat 1300 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 1963 Fiat 1300. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Variant | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
