1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Audi A6

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 1060 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 2005 Audi A6
Make Abarth Audi
Model 1300 A6
Year Released 1968 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1280 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 73 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 78.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.0:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 221 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 670 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 70 L