1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2003 Audi S3
To start off, 2003 Audi S3 is newer by 43 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi S3 weights approximately 853 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 2003 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 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, 2003 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2003 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 700 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
