1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1600 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
