1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 43 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 3,130 cc, 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (343 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1600 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3130 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2850 mm |
