1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1966 Audi Variant
To start off, 1966 Audi Variant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 500 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 1966 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1966 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1966 Audi Variant | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 700 | Variant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
