1966 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 700 | A5 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |