1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2012 Audi A6

To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Cabriolet 2012 Audi A6
Make Fiat Audi
Model Cabriolet A6
Year Released 1965 2012
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4925 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2913 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 75 L


 

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