1998 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A6 | Viva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
