1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 1130 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 1996 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, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 1996 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 500 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
