2005 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1960 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 1960 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 (230 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
