1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2001 Audi S3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 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, 2001 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 600 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
