1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1966 Audi Variant
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 22 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 152 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1966 Audi Variant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Sprint | Variant |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
