1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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 1961 Abarth 1600. 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 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1600 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
