2005 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
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 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 1800. 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
