1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 34 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 910 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2850 mm |
