1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 45 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1255 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
