1969 Fiat 850 vs. 2003 Audi A6

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850. 2003 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Fiat 850 2003 Audi A6
Make Fiat Audi
Model 850 A6
Year Released 1969 2003
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 903 cc 2976 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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