1996 Audi S6 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S6 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
