1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 124 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |
