2009 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Fiat 600
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. 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 1969 Fiat 600. 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 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1969 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
