1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 51 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Audi A6, 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, 2007 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 750 | A6 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 227 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 | 585 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |