1969 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 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.
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, 1996 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
