1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 52 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 1122 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 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
