1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 500 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
