2000 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
