1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1980 Audi Quattro
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 755 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1980 Audi Quattro | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 750 | Quattro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |