1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1984 Audi Quattro
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 708 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1984 Audi Quattro | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | Quattro |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
