1996 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, 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, 1996 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
