1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
