1969 Audi Variant vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
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, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Variant | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
