1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
