1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 1246 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |
