1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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 A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 1500 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 372 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
