1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1600 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
