1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (250 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
