1998 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. 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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
