1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 500 | A6 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |