1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1000 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
