1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, 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, 2007 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
