1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 52 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), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 1485 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 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2011 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. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 500 | A6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
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 | 300 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |