1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2003 Audi RS6

To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.

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1959 Abarth 2200 2003 Audi RS6
Make Abarth Audi
Model 2200 RS6
Year Released 1959 2003
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2161 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 135 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.3:1
Top Speed 196 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1910 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 82 L