1969 Audi Variant vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 Riley 4. 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, 1967 Riley 4 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Audi Variant | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | Variant | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
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 | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |