1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1986 Audi 200
To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 16 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1986 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2690 mm |
