1971 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi Variant weights approximately 39 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Variant | Polo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
