1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 700 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
