1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Audi S5
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 42 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 1140 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, 2009 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4163 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
