1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 48 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 630 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 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1600 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2496 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
