1996 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Datsun Violet
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Datsun Violet 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 1976 Datsun Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6, 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, 1996 Audi A6 (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1976 Datsun Violet | |
| Make | Audi | Datsun |
| Model | A6 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
