1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 40 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 825 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 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |
