2009 Audi A6 vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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 1961 Fiat 850. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |
