1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1992 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Audi Coupe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi Coupe (111 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi Coupe weights approximately 685 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe, 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, 1992 Audi Coupe (174 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1992 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 500 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
