1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1280 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 A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4172 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
