1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1968 Audi 100
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1968 Audi 100 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 1300 | 100 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |