1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 34 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 745 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 1991 Audi 80 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, 1991 Audi 80 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, 1991 Audi 80 (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1991 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
