2008 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 49 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 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 550 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
