1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 52 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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 A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 600 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
