1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
