1981 Audi UR vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | UR | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |
