1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 50 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1434 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 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 700 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2992 mm |
