2006 Audi TT vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 530 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | TT | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
