1998 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,225 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, 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, 1998 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
