1970 Audi Variant vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 950 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | Vito |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
