1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 53 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2012 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | 1500 | A8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 800 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2992 mm |