1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1989 Audi 90
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Abarth 595. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1989 Audi 90 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1989 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 595 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |
