2007 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 969 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
