1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 48 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1302 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 500 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
