2009 Audi S3 vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 2009 Audi S3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 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 S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S3 | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
