1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 41 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 850 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
