1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 54 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1155 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1000 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2912 mm |
