1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 37 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 5,996 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1365 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3080 mm |
