1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2006 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2006 Audi A3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 600 | A3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |