1966 Audi Variant vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1966 Audi Variant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 465 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Riley Pathfinder 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 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Audi Variant | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | Variant | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 120 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |