1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1996 Audi A4
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 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 A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1996 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 850 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
