1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 600 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
