1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1996 Audi S6
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1996 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
