1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1974 Audi Fox
To start off, 1974 Audi Fox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1974 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 803 kg more than 1974 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Audi Fox, 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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1974 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | GTO | Fox |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
