1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1975 Audi 50
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 50 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1975 Audi 50 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | 50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
