1970 Audi Variant vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 40 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Variant | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
