2005 Audi A4 vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.

Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A4 Viscount
Year Released 2005 1966
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2740 mm


 

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