1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 42 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1364 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 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
