1971 Audi Variant vs. 1971 Avanti Avanti
To start off, both 1971 Audi Variant and 1971 Avanti Avanti were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 426 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Avanti Avanti 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 1971 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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.
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1971 Audi Variant | 1971 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Audi | Avanti |
Model | Variant | Avanti |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |