2005 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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 A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
