1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1993 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1993 Audi Coupe is newer by 33 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi Coupe weights approximately 560 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, 1993 Audi Coupe, 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, 1993 Audi Coupe (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1993 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1993 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 700 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
