1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Audi 80
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1991 Audi 80 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 1000 | 80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |