1969 Audi Variant vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 470 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Variant | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
