1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 53 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 960 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2578 mm |
