1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 44 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 1034 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 1300 | A5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | rear |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2751 mm |