1972 Audi Variant vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider 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 1995 Renault Sport Spider. 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Audi Variant | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | Variant | Sport Spider |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |