1970 Audi Variant vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1970 Audi Variant is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 64 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V 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 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
