1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 52 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 995 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Abarth 700 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 700 | A5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 69 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1383 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |