1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1970 Audi Super 90
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Super 90 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Audi Super 90 (149 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1970 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1970 Audi Super 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | Super 90 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
