1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2002 Audi S4
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 41 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 1150 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 2002 Audi S4 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, 2002 Audi S4 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, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2002 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 700 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
