1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2003 Audi A4
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 44 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), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Audi A4, 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, 2003 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2003 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1000 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
