1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1981 Audi 100
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Because 1962 Abarth 2400 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 1962 Abarth 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100, 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1981 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 2400 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
