1995 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A6 | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A6 | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1960 mm |