1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 750 | A4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 234 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 | 585 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |