2006 Audi A3 vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |
