1961 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
