1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2001 Audi Avantissimo
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 41 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 1210 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.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Abarth 600 | 2001 Audi Avantissimo | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 600 | Avantissimo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |