1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1966 Audi Variant
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 72 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
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1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1966 Audi Variant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Alfetta | Variant |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |