1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. 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 (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | A4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
