1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 51 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 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:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
