1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 2100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 2100 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
