1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1981 Audi UR
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 24 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 665 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1981 Audi UR | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | UR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
