2005 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
