1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 35 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 1255 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 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 500 | A6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |