1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 52 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 970 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 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
