1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1981 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1981 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 1981 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
