1981 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | 100 | 600 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |