1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 36 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 66 L |
