1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2004 Audi A3
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2004 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
