1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1600 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
