1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2009 Audi S6
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2009 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | S6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
