1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1986 Audi 90
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1986 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
