1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Audi Variant
To start off, 1970 Audi Variant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 750 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 1965 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 1970 Audi Variant | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | Variant |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
