1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 33 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2001 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |
