1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
