2009 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
