1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1985 Audi 90
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 1985 Audi 90 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 600 | 90 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |