1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Audi A6
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 30 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A6 (271 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
