1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 1500 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
