1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 53 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 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 770 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 2200 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
