1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1990 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 29 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 850 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 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1990 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 700 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
