1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1125 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 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 700 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
