1972 Audi Variant vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1972 Audi Variant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 TVR Vixen (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 283 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Because 1970 TVR Vixen 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 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1970 TVR Vixen (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | Variant | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
