1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 1100 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
