1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100, 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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 700 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
