1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 2055 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 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2010 Audi Q7 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. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 500 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
