1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 53 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 1250 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2013 Audi A5 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. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Abarth 600 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | 600 | A5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 54 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1383 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |