1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1968 Audi Super 90
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi Super 90 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1968 Audi Super 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1600 | Super 90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
