1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1999 Audi R8
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 850 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1999 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 850 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 610 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1090 mm |
