1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 500 | A6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 18 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |