1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1985 Audi 200
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 28 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 942 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.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1985 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 500 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
