1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 1385 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 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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 S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 850 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
