2008 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 52 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 525 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, 2008 Audi A4, 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, 2008 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
