1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 36 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 680 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, 2006 Audi A4 (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |
